Lukashenko highlights Putin's selfless service to Fatherland in birthday message

Lukashenko highlights Putin's selfless service to Fatherland in birthday message The Belarusian president said he highly values his Russian counterpart's commitment to strengthening fraternal ties between Minsk and MoscowMINSK, October 7. /TASS/. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, in a birthday message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, highlighted his constructive work and selfless service to the Fatherland. "Your fruitful and constructive work is an example of responsible and selfless service to the Fatherland. Your patriotism, strategic vision and determination contribute to the consistent defense of national interests," the message said. Lukashenko said he highly values Putin's commitment to strengthening fraternal ties between Minsk and Moscow, stressing that the intensive dialogue and joint projects confirm "the relevance of building the Union State." He wished Putin, who turns 74 today, good health and success for the benefit of Russia and its people. 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